1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 22 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 456 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cherry | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
