2007 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 631 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
