1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra should accelerate faster 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, 1986 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Nissan | Acura |
| Model | Cherry | Integra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
