1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
