1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 320 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
