1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 37 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 949 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2960 mm |
