2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
