2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 676 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 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
