1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Cherry | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
