1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherry | G5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
