1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
