2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 34 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 3,880 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 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 843 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| 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 | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
