1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Gran Torino | Cedric |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |