1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Cherry | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2764 mm |
