1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 606 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2578 mm |
