2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
