1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 19 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 490 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, 1991 Rover 400 (180 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 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 |
