1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Cedric |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |