1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Corona weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
