2009 Acura TSX vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 1089 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, 2009 Acura TSX (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | TSX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
