1994 Ford Probe vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Ford Probe (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
