1999 Mazda MPV vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 25 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1040 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.

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1999 Mazda MPV 1974 Nissan Cherry
Make Mazda Nissan
Model MPV Cherry
Year Released 1999 1974
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2954 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 229 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3620 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2340 mm