1983 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 9 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 995 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Cherry |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |