1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 5 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (65 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 215 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 305 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
