1977 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
