1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1010 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 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | GTO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
