2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2340 mm |
