1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
