1981 Ford Laser vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Laser weights approximately 97 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 Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
