1995 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Audi A4 (150 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
