1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 12 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 473 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cherry | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
