1984 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Crown Victoria | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Crown Victoria | Cedric |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |