1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 825 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Cherry | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
