2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1270 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 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
