1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa 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. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Laputa (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda Laputa | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Laputa | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |