1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1231 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2340 mm |
