2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 412 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2340 mm |
