1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 120 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 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
