1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 26 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), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1005 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 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 | 1700 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |