1997 Lincoln Continental vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1055 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lincoln Continental | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
