1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 34 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Armada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3140 mm |
