1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 583 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, 1987 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
