1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1978 Talbot Horizon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Talbot Horizon should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Talbot Horizon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 Talbot Horizon (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Cherry | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
