1989 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 Audi 100 (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
