1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 720 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cherry | Lancer |
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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2634 mm |