1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 713 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Primera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
