1998 Lexus SC vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 25 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 795 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus SC | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
