1996 Honda Today vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Today | Cherry |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |