1976 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3670 mm |
