1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 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 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Ambassador | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Ambassador | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
