2007 Renault Clio vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 600 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, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
