1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 29 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 815 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Cherry | I |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
