1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 24 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 170 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, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Echo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
