1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1982 Nissan Silvia is newer by 4 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 240 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, 1982 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
