1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 905 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
