1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
