1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cherry | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
