1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 20 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
