1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1978 Renault 18 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 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 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 18 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
