1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
