1999 Honda Z vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 24 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
