2009 Ford Escape vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 198 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
