1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 505 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 RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |