1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota iQ weights approximately 165 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 iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ 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 iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | iQ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2000 mm |
