1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Nissan Cedric is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 330 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
