1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 32 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 965 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Cherry | Vue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
