1999 Ford O21 C vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford O21 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford O21 C weights approximately 473 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | O21 C | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
