1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 39 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 691 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2648 mm |
