1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 965 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
