1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 918 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
