1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
