1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 28 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 276 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 (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cherry | Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
