1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 74 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1326 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 |
