1990 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Escort (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
