1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 309 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Peugeot 309 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 309 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
