2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 603 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
