1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1565 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 2007 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2980 mm |
