1987 Ford Tempo vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1987 Ford Tempo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
