2002 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 712 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 1972 Nissan Cherry
Make Honda Nissan
Model Accord Cherry
Year Released 2002 1972
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 159 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2340 mm