1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 14 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. Both 1982 Ford Telstar and 1968 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
