2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 772 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
