1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Renault 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
