1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1392 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1983 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2980 mm |
