1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 500 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
