1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 421 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
