1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherry | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
