1968 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 323 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Cedric |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |