1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
