1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 820 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
