1973 Honda Z vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
