2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 937 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Cherry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 680 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 |