1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 54 kg more than 1967 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
