1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 16 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. Both 1983 Ford Tempo and 1967 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 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, 1967 Nissan Cedric (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 |
