1989 Lada 2104 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Lada 2104 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lada 2104 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2104 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
