1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 31 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), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 900 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Baja |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
