1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 11 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 696 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.
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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
