1983 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
