2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 196 kg more than 1978 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Cherry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |