2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-450 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2400 mm |
