2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 725 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mondeo | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
