1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 859 kg more than 1977 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Cherry |
Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |