1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 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 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2350 mm |
