1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
