1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 805 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
