1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Cosmo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
