1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 594 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 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Cherry | Cube |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |