1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 5 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
