1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Cherry | Charger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3048 mm |
