1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 36 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cherry | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
