1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tempo | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
