1999 Audi S8 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
