1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 22 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 385 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
