2008 Acura TL vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 594 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 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 | 1274 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
