1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 15 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 950 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
