2008 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,493 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 375 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, 2008 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 988 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
