1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 80 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1979 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, 1977 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1977 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Cherry | 80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
