1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 31 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (210 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1205 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cherry | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
