1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 456 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Cherry | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
