1972 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 592 kg more than 1974 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 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
