2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1979 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2400 mm |
