1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 844 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
