2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 22 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Prizm | Cherry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |