1992 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 18 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 494 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, 1992 Hyundai Lantra (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Hyundai Lantra | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
