1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
