1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Cherry | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Cherry | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 5031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |