1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
