1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | Contour |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
