1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1375 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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
