2006 Acura RSX vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 594 kg more than 1972 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 RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RSX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
