1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 36 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), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 747 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
