1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 335 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 Triumph TR7 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Nissan | Triumph |
Model | Cherry | TR7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |