1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 819 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 Range Rover Evoque 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 Range Rover Evoque 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 Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Cherry | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2662 mm |
