1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 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 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Seville | Cherry |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |