1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 307 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherry | Golf |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |