1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. Both 1979 Nissan Cherry and 1984 Nissan Micra are equipped with a 988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Micra (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Micra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
