1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 315 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
