1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 27 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 848 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3160 mm |
