1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 26 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1072 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
