2004 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1025 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | L 200 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |
