1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1978 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 Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cherry | Edge |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2824 mm |
