1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 778 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 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Cherry | SX4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |