1973 Ford Granada vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 648 kg more than 1975 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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2400 mm |
