1988 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 331 kg more than 1975 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, 1988 Ford Tempo (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Tempo | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2400 mm |
