1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 33 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 521 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Auris |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
