1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Montrose | Cherry |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |