1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 31 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 1016 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Cherry | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
