1971 Jeep CJ vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep CJ (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep CJ weights approximately 352 kg more than 1972 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, 1971 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep CJ | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |
