1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 715 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 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2779 mm |
