1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 4 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 401 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, 1979 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 160 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
