1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 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), 1980 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 5 weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
