1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1771 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Edge |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3505 mm |
