1985 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 18 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
