1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1345 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cherry | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
