1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1140 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cherry |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |