2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Cherry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |