1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2002 Holden Zafira is newer by 24 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 690 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Cherry | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
