1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 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 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 607 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-7 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |