1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 942 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 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Baja |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
