2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1210 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
