1988 Mazda 323 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 323 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
