1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 826 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 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Verada | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
