1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 735 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Cherry | Tucson |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2639 mm |