1997 Lexus ES vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Lexus ES is newer by 16 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus ES weights approximately 705 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus ES | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
