1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 22 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 486 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, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
