1975 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
