1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 888 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 4379 mm |
