2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
