1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry

To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 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 Zephyr (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ford Zephyr 1978 Nissan Cherry
Make Ford Nissan
Model Zephyr Cherry
Year Released 1965 1978
Engine Size 1703 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 65 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 770 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2400 mm


 

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