1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 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. Both 1999 Daihatsu Sirion and 1978 Nissan Cherry are equipped with a 988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 120 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, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
