1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 15 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 645 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherry | Magna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
