1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Cedric | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2648 mm |
