1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 35 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 251 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Nissan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cherry | Materia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
