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Nissan Cherry N12 1.5 Turbo (105 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Cherry:
The Datsun Cherry , known later as the Nissan Cherry, is a series of subcompact cars which formed Nissan's first front-wheel drive supermini model line.
The Nissan Cherry featured the front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. The Cherry line includes the E10 and F10. Nissan's direct successor was the Nissan Pulsar worldwide.
In Japan, the Cherry was exclusive to Nissan Cherry store locations.
On the UK market, it debuted just before the company's surge in sales, which saw it sell just over 6,000 cars in 1971 and more than 30,000 the following year. Although its successor was launched in 1974, such was the original model's popularity on the UK market that it was not replaced there until 1976....(Read more on Wikipedia)
N12 Overview:
Nissan Cherry (N12). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Cherry N12 predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards, and no official crash test data is available. Safety features would be basic by contemporary standards.
1.5 Turbo (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine in the lineup, providing a noticeable boost in acceleration and highway cruising capability for its class.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy will be lower than naturally aspirated variants, especially when driven enthusiastically, but still acceptable for a turbo of its era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Generally reliable and durable for its age.
- • Economical to run, especially the smaller petrol and diesel engines.
- • Practical and compact, easy to maneuver in urban settings.
- • Variety of engine options to suit different needs.
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles.
- • Performance is modest across most of the range, except the turbo.
- • Interior comfort and features are basic.
- • Rust can be a significant issue on older models.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(N12: 1982 - 1986).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cherry |
| Generation: | N12 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 Turbo (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1983 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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