1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 310 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vega | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
