1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 610 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
