2000 Audi R8 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
