1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 12 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 729 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2790 mm |
