1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 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 Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
