1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
