1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 24 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
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, 2005 Opel Agila (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Agila |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
