2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 38 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 577 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
