1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 33 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 675 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
