1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 1023 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 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Cherry | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |