1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Tigra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Tigra (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
