1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 416 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Centura | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
