2002 Honda Z vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 276 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
