2005 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 26 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 740 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
