1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Cherry |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |