1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1978 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
