1992 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
