1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1046 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Cherry | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2936 mm |
