1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 31 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra 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, 2009 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
