2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1972 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 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Satellite | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2340 mm |
