2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 836 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2002 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
