2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1262 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Lucerne | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Cherry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |