1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 350 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 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Nissan Cherry | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Cherry | Speed Eight |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |