2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 982 kg more than 1975 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | TE-50 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
