1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 342 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
