1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 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 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Cherry |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |