1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2260 mm |
