1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 30 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Combo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
