1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 580 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 Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
