1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 17 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 855 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
