1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 747 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 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
