1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 390 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
