1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1130 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |