1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| 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 | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1200 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 |
