2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 30 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1025 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
