1997 Honda Legend vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 20 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 900 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
