1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 30 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 946 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.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
