1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cherry | 3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2639 mm |
