2002 Acura RSX vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
