1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 721 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.
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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Cherry | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |