1992 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
