1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 395 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 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | 216 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
