1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera is newer by 33 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 856 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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (356 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Cherry | Azera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2779 mm |
