1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 608 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cherry | 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
