2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 383 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | SSR | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
