1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 973 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Cherry | C8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
