1973 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 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, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Fairlady | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlady | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
