1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1974 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1963 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, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2540 mm |
