1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Levante | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
