1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
