1989 Nissan Pintara vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 465 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 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Pintara | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Pintara | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
