1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
