1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 195 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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
