1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 37 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 552 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cherry | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
