1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cherry |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |