1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 10 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 395 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, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherry | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
