1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 316 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 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2600 mm |
