2008 Acura TL vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 35 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 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 233 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 579 kg more than 1973 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TL | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
