1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 280 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 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 305 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
