1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2340 mm |
