1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 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 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
