2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1975 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.

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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 1975 Nissan Cherry
Make Hyundai Nissan
Model Santa Fe Cherry
Year Released 2004 1975
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 1171 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 95 Nm
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2340 mm