1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1996 Proton Saloon is newer by 23 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Saloon weights approximately 255 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, 1996 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Cherry | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
