1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1058 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 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Cherry | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2764 mm |
