1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Charade | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
