1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cherry | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
