1980 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 226 kg more than 1979 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, 1980 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
