1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 727 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | CC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
