1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 37 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1053 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2779 mm |
