1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
