1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Violet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Violet weights approximately 191 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
