1987 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
