1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
