2003 Ford Maverick vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 638 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.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cherry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Maverick (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
