1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 9 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
