1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1211 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Quest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3000 mm |
