1996 Ford Aerostar vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Aerostar | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
