1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1975 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 504 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
