1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranchero | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
