1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 375 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
