2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
