1971 Jensen SP vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1977 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 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | SP | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
