1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 36 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 821 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
| Model | Cherry | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
