1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 48 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 (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 413 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2619 mm |
