1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Sprint | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
