1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (165 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
