1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1079 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Cherry | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2695 mm |
