2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 982 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2400 mm |
