1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 839 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2790 mm |
