1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | G5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
