1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 871 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
