1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Celica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |