1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 374 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
