1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 668 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 NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |
