1984 Holden Camira vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 320 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 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Camira | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
