1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 770 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cherry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |