2008 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
