1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 52 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, 1972 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Starlet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |