1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2104 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 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 Lada 2104 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2104 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
