1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1488 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
