1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
