2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 922 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 1617 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
