1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 605 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 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Cherry | Aura |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
