1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 16 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 946 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cherry | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
