1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 3 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 145 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, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cherry | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
