1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 500 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
