1989 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 545 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Legend | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Cherry |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |