1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric is newer by 5 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 490 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, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
