2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 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 Mazda 6 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 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 | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
