1984 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
