1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 304 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
