1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1858 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | Cherry | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |