1990 Ford Corsair vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Ford Corsair is newer by 15 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 356 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
