1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 19 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
