2007 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 616 kg more than 1972 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 Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
