2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 874 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
