1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1975 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Cherry | LS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3091 mm |
