1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1857 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 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Cherry | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3560 mm |
