1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1974 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
