1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1417 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Cherry | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3020 mm |
