1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherry | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |