1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cherry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
