1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 285 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, 1973 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
