1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 14 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 315 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, 1986 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cherry | 1986 Ford Capri | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Cherry | Capri |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |