1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1035 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | GTO |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
