1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 515 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherry | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
