1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 905 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, 2012 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Cherry | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2731 mm |
