1972 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 1 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 246 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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
