2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 30 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 770 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Outlander | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
