1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
