1986 Ford Orion vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
