2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,306 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
