1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1000 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3670 mm |
