2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
