2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 379 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
