1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 665 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
