1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
