1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2340 mm |
