1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 690 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
