2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 666 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
