2009 Lincoln MKX vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Lincoln MKX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 1192 kg more than 1970 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 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKX | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | MKX | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
