1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina weights approximately 131 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, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
