2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
