1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 385 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, 2010 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Nissan | Lada |
| Model | Cherry | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
