1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 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), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1464 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
