1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 445 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
