1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Cherry | TT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2469 mm |
