1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 620 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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
