1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 746 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cherry | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
