2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 27 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 775 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sonoma | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
