1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 376 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
