1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cherry | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |