2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1251 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Cherry |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
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 | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |