1987 Ford Tempo vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Ford Tempo 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
