1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 287 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
