1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 690 kg more than 1963 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 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Montego | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montego | Cedric |
Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |