1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 599 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 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Cherry | Sentra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |