1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
