1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 1993 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 14 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. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Vauxhall Nova (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 1993 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherry | Nova |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
