1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 370 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cherry | Midge |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
