2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1280 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
