2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 1981 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
