1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 871 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
