1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 29 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 720 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Altima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
