1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 39 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 518 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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cherry | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2436 mm |
