2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1565 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
