2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 434 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 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1171 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
