2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2289 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
