1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
