1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 730 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 993 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
