1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |
