1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 575 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2645 mm |
