1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 370 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 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
