1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 12 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1105 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Cherry | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |