1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 84 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
