2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 35 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1254 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
