1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 19 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 975 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | Blenheim | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
