1971 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
