1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 900 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cherry | Legend |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
