1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 716 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
