1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 795 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |
