2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2340 mm |
