1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 910 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
