1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1978 Nissan Violet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Violet weights approximately 192 kg more than 1975 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 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Violet |
| Year Released | 1975 | 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
