1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
