1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cherry | 968 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
