1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Outback weights approximately 730 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, 1996 Subaru Outback (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
