1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 26 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 7 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Citi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
