1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1700 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |