2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Move | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
