1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1310 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Routan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3078 mm |
