1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Mercury Monterey 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 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 640 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Monterey | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
