2006 Acura RL vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 898 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RL | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
