1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
