1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 915 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Cherry | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
