1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Vauxhall Viva weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherry | Viva |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
