1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 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 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 988 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2400 mm |