1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
