1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 816 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cherry | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2751 mm |
