1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1380 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
