1968 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 510 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, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
