1987 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Cherry |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |