1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherry | Jetta |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2578 mm |
