1998 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 372 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 Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
