1950 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Nissan Cherry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | 40 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2400 mm |