1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
