1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1978 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1978 Nissan Cherry and 1978 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1978 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
