1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 16 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 172 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 2000 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
