1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 753 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cherry |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |