1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Meteor | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
