1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 14 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 676 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | 825i |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
