1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 696 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
