1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 884 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
