1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3120 mm |
