1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1525 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cherry | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
