2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1517 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2340 mm |
