1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 625 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
