1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 12 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 766 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
