1996 Mazda MPV vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
