1982 Austin Marina vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 78 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Austin Marina 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 1982 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
