1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1337 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Navara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
