2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 395 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 Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ikon | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
