1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 530 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 Suzuki Vitara (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
