1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 96 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Festiva | Cherry |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |