1989 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 17 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 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 1205 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Estate | Cherry |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |