1977 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 934 kg more than 1977 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2838 mm |
