1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 14 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 722 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Cherry | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cherry | MRJ |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |