1985 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
