1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 166 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherry | 405 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
