1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 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 Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Valiant | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
