2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Terracan | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
