1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 670 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2619 mm |
