1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherry | Polo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |