1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 879 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Cherry | Maxima |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |