2008 Ford S-Max vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 973 kg more than 1979 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 S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | S-Max | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
