1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 572 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Cube |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
