1998 Nissan Presea vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea is newer by 20 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Presea (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Presea weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Nissan Presea (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Presea | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Presea | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
