1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 47 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 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 (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
