1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 270 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, 1972 Peugeot 304 (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 304 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
