1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 5 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 305 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, 1978 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherry | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
