1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (80 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 260 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
