1999 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 28 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 769 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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |