1994 Ford Tracer vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 19 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 236 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, 1994 Ford Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tracer | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
