2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1971 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 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
