1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 952 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherry | VIP |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
