1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 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 Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fairlane | Cedric |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |