2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2491 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2400 mm |
