1985 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
