1982 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 161 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
