1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1537 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
