1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1199 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 Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Cherry | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4250 mm |
