1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 946 kg more than 1971 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
