1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
