1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 500 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Opa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
