1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 700 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
