1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
