1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 19 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 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 640 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherry | Magna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
