1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 769 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2604 mm |
