1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 970 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cherry | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
