1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Laurel (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
