1975 Ford Torino vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Torino | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
