2002 Ford Fusion vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 30 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fusion | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
