1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Metro | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
