1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 35 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Altima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
