1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 37 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 1080 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Cherry | Journey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
