2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 835 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
