1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |