1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 761 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
