1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1301 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
