2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1025 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
