1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 909 kg more than 1974 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 Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
