1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1972 Renault 12
To start off, 1972 Renault 12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 12 weights approximately 222 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, 1972 Renault 12 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1972 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
