1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,398 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 214 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
