1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 274 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlady | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
