2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1973 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |
