1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 401 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
