1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 547 kg more than 1961 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
