1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
