1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Cherry |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |