2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
