1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 18 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 346 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, 1990 Rover 400 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
