1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 481 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 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1987 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cherry | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
