1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 560 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3240 mm |
