1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
