1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1970 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
