2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 26 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1370 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
