2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
