1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 900 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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cherry | Galant |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |