1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Cherry | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2634 mm |
