1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 840 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 Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 Vivaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3100 mm |
