1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 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 Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Cedric |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |