1985 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 14 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 821 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Mondial | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
