1968 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
