1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 47 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 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1818 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3505 mm |
