1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 235 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 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
