1980 Nissan Violet vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Nissan Violet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Violet weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 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, 1980 Nissan Violet (114 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Violet | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Violet | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 987 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 | 114 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 680 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 |
