1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2001 Suzuki Covie
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Covie is newer by 23 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 1,327 cc, 2001 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Covie (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Covie should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Covie.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Suzuki Covie (178 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki Covie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2001 Suzuki Covie | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Covie |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |
