1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 290 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, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
