1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 171 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Cherry | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Cherry | Chevette |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |