1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 605 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Commodore | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
