1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1987 TVR Tasmin is newer by 9 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 350 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, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cherry | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
