2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2340 mm |
