1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 460 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, 2009 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
