2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 896 kg more than 1971 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Five Hundred | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
