1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 475 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
