1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1972 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
