1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 810 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
