1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 4 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 470 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
