1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Meteor (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
