2005 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
