2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 980 kg more than 1978 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 TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | Cherry |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |