1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 41 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1705 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Cherry | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3429 mm |
