1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 630 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Debonair | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
