1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius is newer by 25 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Prius (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 480 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, 2002 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Prius |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
