1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 21 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 350 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | 400 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
