2005 Acura EL vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 32 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura EL weights approximately 500 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, 2005 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
