1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 532 kg more than 1975 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cherry |
Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |