1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 623 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
