2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 34 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 762 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.

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2009 Nissan Versa 1975 Nissan Cherry
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Versa Cherry
Year Released 2009 1975
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 684 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 3620 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2340 mm