2001 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 658 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Sonata | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
