1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera is newer by 24 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 441 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cherry | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1125 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 |
