1980 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 80 (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 80 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
