2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1368 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Acadia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
