1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 17 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 908 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Aurora | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
