2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 934 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |
