1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 156 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Applause | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
