1999 Ford Puma vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 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 Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
