2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 1978 Nissan Cherry has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Nissan Cherry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2400 mm |
