1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1994 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1994 Steyr G-series 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Steyr G-series (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1176 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.
Because 1994 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1994 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Cherry | G-series |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
