1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 701 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
