1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1030 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cherry | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2858 mm |
