1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 70 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Cherry | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2140 mm |
