1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 693 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Cherry | tC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
