1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 495 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Cherry | Focus |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2614 mm |