1990 Ford Falcon vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 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 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Falcon | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
