1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 42 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1927 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3505 mm |
