1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
