1995 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 410 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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
