1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 896 kg more than 1971 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Cherry |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |